1996 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1994 Rover 800
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 800 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1994 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 800 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Verada | 1994 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
| Model | Verada | 800 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
